Momuri, a Tokyo-based company, offers services where agents quit jobs on behalf of clients, providing a solution for those uncomfortable with resignation. The demand for such proxy quitters has surged since the pandemic, which challenged traditional employment norms in Japan. Many clients are young workers facing bullying, harassment, or resistance when attempting to quit, reflecting a growing trend of job switching among younger and mid-career employees. Historically, Japan valued lifetime employment, but attitudes towards career changes are evolving, influencing the labor market.
Shimizu works for Momuri, a Tokyo-based 'resignation company' whose agents quit jobs on behalf of clients who want to avoid the uncomfortable conversation.
This service has grown since the pandemic, which disrupted Japan's rigid work culture and challenged the traditional notion of a 'salaryman,' an archetypal white-collar worker.
Some employees use the service because they are being bullied or harassed at work, while others encounter pushback after expressing concerns.
The trend of switching jobs is spreading to even mid-career workers, challenging the idea of a rigid career path in Japan.
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